We loved it so much after our first lunch, that we went back the next day for lunch again,…read moreseriously.
I am hesitant to tell you about L'Ambrossia, because it was that good, and had a magical, complete locals only feel --- no really, locals would pop in and out as they walked by to say hello and give kisses, maybe stopping for a drink before carrying on---... but alas, I must share the wealth of great flavors with my yelpy family.
L'Ambrossia is tucked just off the beaten path, in old town Alicante. The owner?, Carlos was incredibly friendly and happy to make recommendations. He even share treats that we hadn't ordered before our dishes came so we could try them - one was a toast with crab salad on it, and the other was a toast with some kind of peppery salami-like paste on it. I wouldn't expect these extra goodies, if I were you, but, if it happens - you'll definitely be delighted.
Anyway, it was hot outside, and we'd be walking around a ton - so with lunch, we had a really nice rose both days - the first was Sarria Garnacha and the second was called MO Monastrell - both were light and perfect.
Between both days, we tried:
Goat cheese balls with honey & caramelized onion - holy hell what a foodgasm - ask for a side of bread
Green salad with tomato, pepper, onion, dried tomatoes, sunflower seeds, and basil oil - we added grilled chicken to this and it was heaven.
Sandwich - slice of bread with toppings- Grilled fresh tuna with avocado vinaigrette
Sandwich - slice of bread with toppings- Sirloin with melted cheese and onion
Iberian ham - slices of cured iberian ham that melts in your mouth-
Please don't tell anyone about this place on the other review site --rhymes with "grip schmadvisor"-- where stodgy/stuffy/whiney people flock... because L'Ambrossia is legit, and it shouldn't be tainted.
Mmmmmmm man now I want to go back and basque in the goodness.
Places like this make you want to live nearby so you can be a local, too.
